Episode Description
In this episode, Mark discusses his recent hiatus from the podcast during a Caribbean trip and shares insights on maximizing credit card rewards.
He provides a detailed breakdown of various credit card options for earning travel rewards, including the Capital One Venture X, Chase Sapphire Preferred and Reserve, and American Express Platinum cards.
Mark also offers tips for beginners on building credit and using cash back cards, emphasizing the importance of paying off credit card balances in full each month to avoid interest charges.
Additionally, he shares personal stories about travel adventures and how to use credit card points effectively for both domestic and international travel.
Episode Links:
Mark’s Money Mind YouTube Channel
Chase Freedom cards Earn cash back with the Chase Freedom Unlimited or Chase Freedom Flex credit card. I can be rewarded if you apply here and are approved for the card.
Chase United cards Choose any United MileagePlus® credit card that is right for you. I can be rewarded too if you apply here and are approved for the card.
Chase Southwest cards You can choose any Southwest Rapid Rewards Credit Card. Earn Companion Pass® through 2/28/27 plus up to 40,000 points with a Southwest Rapid Rewards Personal Credit Card. Business owners can earn up to 80,000 points with a Southwest Rapid Rewards Business Credit Card. I can be awarded if you apply here and are approved for the card.
Capital One Venture X If you apply using my referral link and are approved, I will get a referral bonus.
Chase Sapphire Reserve or Preferred Earn 125,000 bonus points with Sapphire Reserve® or 75,000 bonus points with Sapphire Preferred®. I can be rewarded if you apply here and are approved for either card.
All The Hacks podcast with Chris Hutchins
Helpful Air Travel Rewards websites Point.me PointsYeah
Timestamps:
- 00:25 Mark's Caribbean Adventure
- 01:07 Travel Challenges and Lessons Learned
- 02:46 Introduction to Credit Card Rewards
- 03:57 Building and Managing Credit
- 08:28 Cashback and Starter Credit Cards
- 11:48 Airline and Hotel Credit Cards
- 19:04 Capital One Venture X Card Benefits
- 24:55 Chase Sapphire Cards Overview
- 30:59 Priority Pass Lounge Access
- 31:11 Couponing Benefits Breakdown
- 31:55 Chase Card Travel and Dining Credits and Other Perks
- 34:53 Chase Points and Transfer Partners
- 37:34 Amex Platinum Card Overview
- 40:19 Amex Platinum Card Credits and Benefits
- 45:38 Booking Flights with Points
- 46:58 Travel Rewards Strategies and Tips
- 53:07 Conclusion and Final Thoughts